Outdoor Teen Clay Summer Day Camp (Ages 12-17) at Richmond
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Outdoor Teen Clay Summer Day Camp in Downtown Toronto (Ages 12–17)
Richmond Studio | 9AM–4PM | Individual Day Registration
Looking for a Downtown Toronto outdoor teen summer camp that’s creative and hands-on?
Our Teen Clay Summer Day Camp is a fully outdoor pottery program for ages 12–17, combining structured ceramic instruction with an open-air summer setup.
Location & Schedule
Richmond Studio – Downtown Toronto (Richmond & Spadina)
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Runs every Thursday (book individual days)
Fully Outdoor Setup
This is a fully outdoor camp with a covered workspace (gazebo) for shade and weather protection.
• Covered and shaded all day (sun + rain protected)
• Water stations to stay hydrated
• Hand washing stations on-site
• Steps from Graffiti Alley for creative inspiration
What Teens Learn
Campers work with clay throughout the day and are guided by instructors through:
• Wheel Throwing – centering, opening, shaping
• Table Wheel Pottery – beginner-friendly wheel option
• Handbuilding – pinching, coiling, slab building
• Surface Design – painting, carving, decorating
Each day includes structured projects and creative exercises.
What They Make
• 2 finished pieces per day
(typically 1 wheel-thrown + 1 handbuilt project)
Camp Experience
• Screen-free environment (no devices)
• Small group setting with instructor support
• Outdoor workspace with fresh air and space to create
>>Bring your own lunch
>>Fridge available onsite
After the Camp
Selected pieces will be:
• Bisque fired
• Clear glazed
• Kiln fired again
Final pieces are food-safe and dishwasher-safe.
Ready for pickup in approximately 3 weeks.
If you’re searching for a teen pottery camp in Toronto or an outdoor summer camp in Downtown Toronto, this program offers a structured, professional experience in a fully outdoor setting built for summer.
Limited spots available. Book your day now.
Who is it for
This class is for
What to expect
- Expect to get a bit dirty with clay slip, but all materials used will wipe off with water, or come out in the laundry
- The last 20 minutes of the class will be dedicated to clean-up
- This class is
- This class includes
- Any included or purchased pottery will be fired by our team to make it food-safe, and ready for pickup 3 weeks after the class.
What to bring
- Please bring an apron and hand towel for you to use during the class.
- Short trimmed nails are ideal for ceramic creativity, but our team is happy to instruct some work-arounds for acrylics.
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What Our Community Is Saying
Such an amazing and fun time at Clay with me! Our first time and loved the Dundas location. Highly recommend this fun activity! We totally love our new pieces!
Nancy K.
Don't think, just book a class! This place is amazing. Highly recommend, if your wanting to try something new, or a date night idea, you wont be disappointed.
Allan E.
I’ve come to the studio now a few times and it’s awakened a true love of a new craft! I love the studio’s atmosphere, friendliness. All the staff are so sweet.
